High dependency ratio is influenced by

  • A high infant mortality rate
  • B the level of income
  • C high birth rate
  • D inadequate medical care for children
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The correct answer is C. high birth rate

The dependency ratio relates to the number of children (0-14. years old) and older persons (65 years or over) as against the working-age population. A high dependency ratio means people who depend on others for their means of livelihood. It increases as a result of high birth rate in a society.

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